On April 27, I was invited to give my talk on neuropackaging at the Food and Beverage Innovation Forum in Hangzhou, China. FBIF is one of the most influential food and beverage events in the...

As eCommerce continues to evolve, innovation is redefining both how consumers shop and how products are delivered. Mondi’s eCommerce trend report 2026 reveals a clear shift: while artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming digital journeys, packaging...

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) appreciates the opportunity to submit this Memo in Opposition to Senate Bill 1464A (Harckham) – the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act – that would establish a broad extended producer...

CMD Corporation, a global leader in converting solutions, announced the formal launch of CMD Manufacturing Solutions, a dedicated offering focused on contract manufacturing, precision assembly, and fabrication services for complex equipment. For decades, CMD has...

Convenience stores are no longer just a spot to grab an energy drink and a bag of chips. The retailers are increasingly becoming an outlet for prepared meals and fresh food – even sushi –...

Packaging policy conversations often focus on what packaging should become and far less on what it actually takes to change packaging systems safely, responsibly and at scale. As policymakers pursue goals tied to recycling, sustainability and...

Flint Group Web Offset is pleased to announce that it has strengthened its European manufacturing network with a €2 million investment in its Frankfurt [Frankfurt/Main] facility in Germany. Operational since January 2026, the upgraded site...

SunDance is a recognized leader in commercial printing, packaging, and mailing solutions in the Southeastern U.S. and a popular choice among national brands, including a number of Fortune 500 companies. Today SunDance announced further strategic...

Ensuring responsible end markets for recyclables has been a core tenet of the state’s push for packaging EPR, especially because Oregon recyclers were heavily impacted by fallout from China’s 2017 National Sword policy. The focus...

Flexible packaging now accounts for roughly half of all plastic packaging globally, driven by growth in e-commerce, convenience foods, and lightweight packaging formats. Yet despite its functional and environmental advantages, flexible film remains one of...

On behalf of the trade associations listed below, which together represent a broad cross-section of the U.S. business community, we are pleased to submit these comments to the Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission...

The European Commission’s recent publication of the first list of notified novel technologies, each assigned a Novel Technology Number (NTN), marks a regulatory turning point and a shift toward recognizing innovation at scale. Certainly, it...

When it comes to sustainability claims on packaging, Gen Z is split. Packaging Digest’s exclusive survey reveals that while some trust brands’ claims, others remain skeptical. This divide offers a fascinating glimpse into how this...

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) appreciates the opportunity to submit this Memo in Opposition to Senate Bill 1464A (Harckham) – the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act – that would establish a broad extended producer...

The InteGuard™ line of shrink and stretch hooder films from Inteplast Engineered Films (IEF) was designed with research spanning more than 20 years of customer insight to provide elevated performance across a variety of applications....

Davis-Standard has strengthened its executive leadership team with two strategic appointments designed to deepen customer relationships and accelerate innovation across its global extrusion and converting technology portfolio. Christian Renners has been named president of the...

As the war with Iran closes out its 11th week, the threats to businesses no longer are theoretical — especially for plastics sectors, including packaging. Higher plastic prices and supply struggles are evident, and experts...

Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks’ (IA-01) bipartisan legislation, the Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act, passed the House Energy and Commerce Environment Subcommittee today, advancing the bill one step closer to full House consideration. The legislation would establish...

As consumer expectations around coffee flavor experience, on-the-go convenience, and environmental consciousness continue to evolve, packaging is playing a larger role in how brands protect product freshness, deliver impactful brand identity messaging to the consumer,...

On behalf of a broad coalition of manufacturers, retailers, suppliers, recyclers, and innovators, we urge the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to prioritize a timely update to the “Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims”...

California just gave plastic producers until 2032 to make all their packaging recyclable or compostable — the most ambitious deadline in the country. Advocates say it doesn’t go far enough. Producers say it goes too...

Litigation is brewing in California as two major recycling regulations — extended producer responsibility and source reduction law SB 54 and “truth in labeling” law SB 343 — are slated for implementation this year. CalRecycle...

As consumer expectations and EU regulatory demands continue to evolve, brands are accelerating the shift toward sustainable packaging solutions that combine strong product protection with measurable progress towards circularity. Dreco, in collaboration with Mondi, redesigned...

ExxonMobil, one of the largest publicly traded international energy companies, uses technology and innovation to help meet the world's growing energy needs. The company recently launched its new ExxonMobil Signature Polymers portfolio brand, which focuses...

Emerald Packaging, one of the nation's largest suppliers of flexible packaging solutions for the produce industry, has expanded its market-leading production capabilities to Southern CA, establishing its second facility in the state. The company's new...

After California finalized SB 54 regulations on May 1, CalRecycle released multiple guidance documents on May 11 addressing some important questions for producers navigating compliance. The extended producer responsibility and source reduction law has big...

The U.S. Plastics Pact (USPP) released a new resource outlining how well-designed policies can accelerate composting infrastructure, support compostable packaging systems, and divert food waste and food-contaminated materials from landfills. Enabling Composting at Scale highlights...